Environmental Science (B.S.)

Environmental Science investigates the many interconnected systems and processes that formed our world, continuously change it, and, ultimately, sustain life on it. The Environmental Science Program at Wayne State offers an interdisciplinary approach combining a strong foundation from both geological and biological perspectives, and a broad choice of electives. This program focuses on the urban environment and urban impacts on the natural environment. It will prepare students for graduate study, or for careers in various areas of environmental science including environmental impact assessment, air and water quality monitoring, regulatory compliance, and environmental remediation.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for this program are satisfied by the general requirements for undergraduate admission to the University.

Candidates must complete 120 credits in course work including satisfaction of the University General Education Requirements and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Group Requirements, as well as the departmental major requirements cited below. All course work must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the University and the College governing undergraduate scholarship and degrees. Students must receive a grade of 'C-minus' or better in all Major and Cognate required courses. An overall grade point average of 2.0 ('C') in all coursework is required for graduation.

Majors should take the Placement Examination of the Department of Mathematics as soon as possible upon entry into the freshman year, although freshmen students may be placed by ACT/SAT scores (valid for 2 years).

Student's Responsibility: It is each student's responsibility to learn the requirements, policies, and procedures governing the program they are following and to act accordingly. Students should consult the Environmental Science Program Advisor regularly in order to verify that Environmental Science requirements are being met in a timely fashion. Although the advisor will provide assistance, the responsibility for fulfilling degree requirements remains with the student.

Environmental Science Honors

To be recommended for an honors degree from this program, a student must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.30 and complete a minimum of twelve honors course credits including two Geology or Biological Science Honors or Honors Option courses (6 credits) and:

Approved Elective Courses

Elective courses are subject to change; questions about approved electives may be directed to the advisor for the program. Students must complete a minimum of 9 approved electives for the major, usually 3 classes, one of which must be from the Department of Biology or the Department of Geology.